MySQL Database Administrator IRC303145

GlobalLogic; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Work from home opportunities

Group medical insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

GlobalLogic is seeking a seasoned MySQL DBA to design, deploy, and manage scalable MySQL clusters on Kubernetes. You will handle installation, upgrades, backups, and performance tuning to ensure high availability of critical data infrastructure.

The role requires strong security practices, scripting for automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of DBA experience with 3+ years focused on MySQL, plus experience with

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of progressive DBA experience with at least 3+ years on MySQL.
• Deep expertise in MySQL architecture, replication, and administration.
• Experience with backup and recovery strategies (MEB, mysqldump, PITR).
• Automation scripting skills (Python, Bash).

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage highly available MySQL clusters on Kubernetes.
• Perform MySQL installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades.
• Implement robust backup and recovery strategies for MySQL.
• Monitor health, performance, and capacity; tune queries and manage security.
• Lead lifecycle management and drive DB-related projects.
• Collaborate with Dev, Ops, and SRE teams; participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

MySQL

Kubernetes

Replication

Backup & Recovery

Security

Python scripting

Tools

Docker

Terraform

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

Job Description
Required experience range : 5- 8 Years
Expected joining timeline: Within a Month
Work Model: Onsite
Detailed SQL/DBA skill requirements: Find below the JD
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced MySQL Database Administrator to join our
dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the architecture, deployment,
management, and optimization of our critical MySQL database environments. You will play
a key role in ensuring the high availability, performance, and scalability of our data
infrastructure, with a particular focus on deployments within Kubernetes.
What You’ll Do:
MySQL Expertise:
Design, deploy, and manage highly available, scalable, and performant MySQL clusters on
Kubernetes clusters/Container platforms in production and non-production environments.
Perform database installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades for MySQL.
Implement and manage robust backup and recovery strategies for MySQL (e.g., Mysql
Enterprise Backup, mysqldump).
Monitor MySQL health, performance, and capacity, proactively identifying and resolving
issues.
Conduct performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning for MySQL.
Manage user access, security, and data encryption for MySQL.
Troubleshoot complex MySQL-related incidents, performing root cause analysis.
Lead Life Cycle Management for MySQL DB product.
Lead projects in the DB space. Plan, design, execution, monitoring and control, drive the
closure, articulate project stages, resolve dependencies etc.
Kubernetes Integration (Highly Desirable):
Manage MySQL deployments on Kubernetes platforms.
Automate MySQL deployment, scaling, and management tasks on Kubernetes.
Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
Understand and implement best practices for running stateful applications on
Kubernetes.
Leadership & Mentorship:
Act as a subject matter expert for MySQL, providing technical guidance and mentorship to
junior DBAs and development teams.
Drive the adoption of database best practices, standards, and automation initiatives.
Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and problem-solving sessions.
Contribute to strategic planning for database infrastructure and technology roadmaps.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Work closely with development, operations, and SRE teams to ensure seamless
application and database integration.
Participate in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 support for critical database systems.
Document database architecture, procedures, and runbooks.
Additional Database Knowledge (Advantageous):
Experience working with at least one other NoSQL database technology such as
Couchbase is an added advantage.
Experience with Elasticsearch.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.
Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk) for Elasticsearch
and database metrics.What You’ll Bring:
Mandatory: 5 to 8 years of progressive experience as a Database Administrator, with at
least 3+ years specifically focused on MySQL.
Mandatory: Deep expertise in MySQL architecture, query optimization, replication (e.g.,
asynchronous, semi-synchronous, Group Replication), and administration.
Proven experience with MySQL backup and recovery strategies and tools (e.g., MEB,
mysqldump, point-in-time recovery).
Strong understanding of database security principles and best practices for MySQL.
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex
technical concepts clearly.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or
equivalent practical experience).

Job responsibilities

Job Description
Required experience range : 5- 8 Years
Expected joining timeline: Within a Month
Work Model: Onsite
Detailed SQL/DBA skill requirements: Find below the JD
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced MySQL Database Administrator to join our
dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the architecture, deployment,
management, and optimization of our critical MySQL database environments. You will play
a key role in ensuring the high availability, performance, and scalability of our data
infrastructure, with a particular focus on deployments within Kubernetes.
What You’ll Do:
MySQL Expertise:
Design, deploy, and manage highly available, scalable, and performant MySQL clusters on
Kubernetes clusters/Container platforms in production and non-production environments.
Perform database installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades for MySQL.
Implement and manage robust backup and recovery strategies for MySQL (e.g., Mysql
Enterprise Backup, mysqldump).
Monitor MySQL health, performance, and capacity, proactively identifying and resolving
issues.
Conduct performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning for MySQL.
Manage user access, security, and data encryption for MySQL.
Troubleshoot complex MySQL-related incidents, performing root cause analysis.
Lead Life Cycle Management for MySQL DB product.
Lead projects in the DB space. Plan, design, execution, monitoring and control, drive the
closure, articulate project stages, resolve dependencies etc.
Kubernetes Integration (Highly Desirable):
Manage MySQL deployments on Kubernetes platforms.
Automate MySQL deployment, scaling, and management tasks on Kubernetes.
Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
Understand and implement best practices for running stateful applications on
Kubernetes.
Leadership & Mentorship:
Act as a subject matter expert for MySQL, providing technical guidance and mentorship to
junior DBAs and development teams.
Drive the adoption of database best practices, standards, and automation initiatives.
Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and problem-solving sessions.
Contribute to strategic planning for database infrastructure and technology roadmaps.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Work closely with development, operations, and SRE teams to ensure seamless
application and database integration.
Participate in on-call rotations to provide 24/7 support for critical database systems.
Document database architecture, procedures, and runbooks.
Additional Database Knowledge (Advantageous):
Experience working with at least one other NoSQL database technology such as
Couchbase is an added advantage.
Experience with Elasticsearch.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.
Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk) for Elasticsearch
and database metrics.What You’ll Bring:
Mandatory: 5 to 8 years of progressive experience as a Database Administrator, with at
least 3+ years specifically focused on MySQL.
Mandatory: Deep expertise in MySQL architecture, query optimization, replication (e.g.,
asynchronous, semi-synchronous, Group Replication), and administration.
Proven experience with MySQL backup and recovery strategies and tools (e.g., MEB,
mysqldump, point-in-time recovery).
Strong understanding of database security principles and best practices for MySQL.
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex
technical concepts clearly.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or
equivalent practical experience).

What we offer

Exciting Projects: We focus on industries like High-Tech, communication, media, healthcare, retail and telecom. Our customer list is full of fantastic global brands and leaders who love what we build for them.

Collaborative Environment: You Can expand your skills by collaborating with a diverse team of highly talented people in an open, laidback environment — or even abroad in one of our global centers or client facilities!

Work-Life Balance: GlobalLogic prioritizes work-life balance, which is why we offer flexible work schedules, opportunities to work from home, and paid time off and holidays.

Professional Development: Our dedicated Learning & Development team regularly organizes Communication skills training(GL Vantage, Toast Master),Stress Management program, professional certifications, and technical and soft skill trainings.

Excellent Benefits: We provide our employees with competitive salaries, family medical insurance, Group Term Life Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance , NPS(National Pension Scheme ), Periodic health awareness program, extended maternity leave, annual performance bonuses, and referral bonuses.

Fun Perks: We want you to love where you work, which is why we host sports events, cultural activities, offer food on subsidies rates, Corporate parties. Our vibrant offices also include dedicated GL Zones, rooftop decks and GL Club where you can drink coffee or tea with your colleagues over a game of table and offer discounts for popular stores and restaurants!

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.